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Nov 13 2025POLITICS

Federal Workers Get Ready to Go Back to Work

The government shutdown has been a big deal, and now it looks like it might be over soon. Two big agencies, Health and Human Services and the Department of Interior, have told their workers to get ready to go back to work. They sent emails saying to be ready to come back on Thursday if the governme

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Nov 12 2025POLITICS

A Change at the Top: Atlanta Fed Leader Steps Down

Raphael W. Bostic, the president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, has announced his departure at the end of February. This move leaves another spot open at the top of the central bank, adding to the recent changes in leadership. Bostic has been in this role since 2017, and his exit comes at a

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Nov 12 2025POLITICS

Government Shutdown: What's Next?

After a long break, lawmakers are back in Washington to tackle the ongoing government shutdown. The House is set to vote on a bill that the Senate passed earlier. This bill aims to reopen the government, which has been closed for nearly eight weeks. President Trump has called this a big win. There

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Nov 12 2025SCIENCE

Unraveling the Mysteries of Three-Space General Relativity

Let's dive into the world of General Relativity, specifically the three-space formalism. This approach, known as the BFÓ action, is a unique way to understand how space and time interact. It's like a special recipe that helps scientists study the dynamics of our universe. The BFÓ action is a type o

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Nov 12 2025WEATHER

Heavy Rainfall Alert: What's Coming for California?

California is bracing for a significant weather event. A powerful atmospheric river is heading towards the state, starting in the north on November 12 and moving south the following day. This weather pattern could bring heavy rain, thunderstorms, and potential flooding to coastal areas. The recent

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Nov 12 2025OPINION

Space: A Dream or a Distraction?

People have always been fascinated by space. Many dream of living among the stars, but is this really possible? Let's take a closer look. First, let's talk about what living in space would actually mean. People often point to places like the International Space Station (ISS) as examples of humans l

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Nov 12 2025FINANCE

Brazil's New Crypto Rules: What You Need to Know

Brazil is stepping up its game in the crypto world. The central bank has just rolled out new rules for trading virtual assets, including cryptocurrencies. These rules aim to tackle money laundering and terrorism financing, extending existing regulations to virtual-asset service providers. Crypto ha

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Nov 12 2025SCIENCE

How Drug Clues Trigger Cravings and What a Brain Chemical Can Do

Drugs aren't the only things that can make people crave more of them. Sometimes, just seeing or hearing something linked to drug use can trigger strong cravings. This is because the brain learns to connect certain clues with the feeling of using drugs. Scientists wanted to see if a specific brain c

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Nov 12 2025ENTERTAINMENT

What's on the Plate? A Look at Food in Sports Anime

Japanese anime is a big deal worldwide, and it's not just about action and drama. It also shows a lot of food, which might influence what people eat. But how often does food pop up in sports anime, and what kinds of food are shown? A recent study took a close look at 151 episodes from seven sports

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Nov 12 2025POLITICS

Government Shutdown: What's Next for Workers and Services?

The U. S. government shutdown, the longest in history, is about to end. The House is set to vote on a spending bill that the Senate already passed. President Trump supports this deal, and if it passes, federal services and agencies will reopen right away. This bill keeps the government running unti

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